24
Aug
2011
Try This Reader’s Tip as Another Great Way to Remember to Pray
Yesterday’s post seems to have really struck a chord. Given yesterday’s surge in readers, it appears that many of us struggle with remembering. Among comments I received was another great tip from PD reader, Beth Kaiser. Beth wrote, “Today’s message reminded me of a friend who, when there was a particularly pressing prayer need, such... Read More
12
Aug
2011
You Are 5 Times Less Likely to Quit A Bible Reading Plan if You Will Only…
The shocking discovery I never suspected was… You are 5 times less likely to quit your bible reading plan within 30 days if you will only… HAVE A SET READING TIME! As part of my Through The Bible in a Year program I have been surveying participants after 30 days. Several months ago,... Read More
10
Aug
2011
How Wholehearted Faith Gets Me Every Time
I really doubt many people remember Amaziah. In fact, I have been reading scripture daily for over 25 years and I didn’t recall his name at all. However, this morning Amaziah caught my attention as I was reading through 2 Chronicles. Let’s get real. 2 Chronicles is one of those books where it is... Read More
1
Aug
2011
Radical Generosity
From Pastor to Millionaire… Giver! from Generous Giving on Vimeo. I ran across an amazingly inspiring and challenging video about giving today while checking in on one of my favored blogs, http://discipleshipguy.com. I was particularly struck by this video because yesterday I preached on having a passionate anguish for others. The sermon point was... Read More
2
Jul
2011
What Are You Avoiding?
I recently interviewed a senior executive of a major company in our community. I spoke with him about his greatest concerns for his company. The conversation was illuminating. One of his greatest personal needs as a leader was simply time to think. He needed time for strategic planning. He said that the CEO frequently... Read More
10
Jun
2011
Who Will You Be 90 Days From Now?
90 Days Makes a Difference Who do you want to be as a disciple 90 days from now? Have you given that any thought? Every 90 days I take time to reexamine what I believe my God given purpose is in life and I set 90 day goals for work, home and... Read More